3476 THE NEW ZEALAND GAZETTE No. 118

DOCUMENTS ON NEW ZEALAND EXTERNAL RELATIONS

Compiled and Edited by Robin Kay

This series on New Zealand external relations makes available at the earliest possible stage, documents on the development of New Zealand’s foreign policy.

Vol. 1. The Australian-New Zealand Agreement 1944
297 pp. 1972. $10.45 plus $2.92 p & p

Contains documents which help to define the relationship of Australia and New Zealand in the six years before the Canberra Conference, those necessary to the understanding of the conference, and those which reveal the reaction to the Canberra Pact in the United Kingdom, and elsewhere. The establishment of the South Pacific Commission is also documented.

Vol. 2. The Surrender and Occupation of Japan
1782 pp. 1982. $82.50 plus $9.57 p & p

Reveals the growing awareness amongst those responsible for a New Zealand policy of what New Zealand’s interests were during the surrender and occupation of Japan.

Vol. 3. The ANZUS Pact and Treaty of Peace With Japan
1536 pp. 1985. $93.50 plus $9.57 p & p

Demonstrates the problems, considerations and actions undertaken by New Zealand and the Allies to bring about a peace settlement after the defeat and surrender of Japan in 1945.

JOHN HOBBS 1800–1883

T. M. I. Williment

304 pp. 1985. $27.45 plus $5.50 p & p

In this biography, John Hobbs is revealed as a modest but enterprising and courageous man whose achievements during the early era of the Methodist Mission in New Zealand and Tonga have not been fully recognised. In readable style, the author documents Hobbs’ devotion to God and humanity, and illuminates the lives of the many people who were part of the early missions.

THE KAURI AND THE WILLOW

Elsie Locke

205 pp. 1984. $18.65 plus $5.50 p & p

Readers of all ages are invited to open the windows on 140 years of history from 1801–1948. There are passages from diaries, letters and reminiscences; straight narrative and description; short stories drawn from real happenings; dialogue, verse and a selection of pictures. There is humour too, in this delightful pot-pourri of New Zealand’s pioneering past.

A SENSE OF HISTORY

Frances Porter

90 pp. 1978. $3.25 plus $1.21 p & p

This book deals with the history of the James Cook landing sites in New Zealand and the activities of the New Zealand public and of Government departments in determining the fate of the various landing sites.

FOLK DANCES FOR JUNIOR CLASSES

Compiled by: N. M. Romans, M. S. Dunbar

86 pp. $12.65 plus $2.92 p & p

Folk dance instructions are usually scattered through many source books. This handy selection, which has been specially arranged for Junior Classes and Standard 1, contains new dances from several countries as well as the more familiar old favourites. Music scores, lyrics, and directions are arranged for easy reference. A boon for busy teachers.

A HUNTING GUIDE TO INTRODUCED WILD ANIMALS OF NEW ZEALAND

L. H. Harris

112 pp. 1974. $3.85 plus $1.21 p & p

This publication provides a guide for the novice or experienced hunter, with descriptions of animals, the regions they inhabit, maps, advice on hunting and rifles, and hints of safety.

KIWIFRUIT CULTURE

P. R. Sale

104 pp. 1985. $16.45 plus $2.92 p & p

This is a revised edition of the very popular book Kiwifruit Culture. All the information needed for a successful kiwifruit venture is contained in this book which has been updated and expanded to provide comprehensive information on recent developments and practices in the industry. An index is now also included.

With the up-to-date advice and information provided in Kiwifruit Culture you can be confident of getting the best out of your kiwifruit crop.

TOWARDS A STRATEGY FOR NEW ZEALAND AGRICULTURE

Rowland Woods, Ken Graham and Peter Rankin

224 pp. 1984. $27.44 plus $5.50 p & p

For 100 years, agriculture has been the driving force of the New Zealand economy. It is tempting to assume that this will always be the case, but it is important to realise that the future of New Zealand agriculture is not certain. It is, in fact, affected by economic, political, and cultural events and trends. This report addresses the agricultural problems facing New Zealand farmers and business people. It sets out guidelines for future planning, and offers advice for agricultural management.

KUMARA GROWING

B. P. Coleman

43 pp. 1978. $2.20 plus $1.21 p & p

The kumara has outstanding food value and, pound for pound, has a calorie content of about half as much again as the ordinary potato. In this book, the author discusses climatic factors, propagation of plants, fertilisers, moisture requirements, harvesting, curing and storing, pests and diseases of the kumara.

A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO NEW ZEALAND ROCKS AND MINERALS

P. J. Forsyth

43 pp. 1985. $8.70 plus $2.20 p & p

Colour illustrations and an informative text introduce rock types, minerals, and landforms found in New Zealand. The distribution of rocks and minerals are shown on colour-coded maps, and geological processes are explained with drawings and diagrams. The need for a simple book on New Zealand geology is met in this book which is suitable for children and adults.

COMMON WEEDS IN NEW ZEALAND

B. E. V. Parham and A. J. Healey

172 pp. 1985. $10.95 plus $2.92 p & p

Written at an elementary level for general readership, this book is a reliable photographic guide to the identification of 139 of the most common weeds found throughout New Zealand. It includes a useful section on noxious plant control, and lists weeds that are poisonous to humans and livestock.

FOREST WILDLIFE

Lynn Harris

55 pp. 1974. Revised edition 1985. $6.55 plus $2.20 p & p

This revised edition of Forest Wildlife illustrates and describes 72 species of birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians found in New Zealand’s forests. It is a concise and informative guide which will be of value to trampers, tourists, birdwatchers, and conservationists—children and adults alike.

AN ILLUSTRATED GUIDE TO COMMON SOIL ANIMALS

H. Pauline McColl

33 pp. 1977. $4.35 plus $1.21 p & p

This well illustrated booklet will help the amateur to distinguish between the various types of soil animals found in New Zealand.